Certificate in Marketing Management

Certificate in Marketing Management (NQF Level 5)

Who is this qualification for?

The Certificate in Marketing Management (Level 5) is designed to equip the marketing graduate with managerial skills for presenting and defending their own marketing decisions and for critically examining and discussing the recommendations of others. The qualification will produce graduates who will make a positive and practical contribution to the industry and commerce in Namibia and beyond. The qualification is a response to Namibia’s human capital development demands in various critical areas of the economy including development of businesses. Since Namibia is a developing economy, it needs a cadre of well-trained business managers and business owners (entrepreneurs) who can grow commercial businesses and nurture various business ventures that contribute immensely to the country’s economy and sustainable socio-economic development.

Admission/Entry requirements

  • NSSC Ordinary/Advanced Subsidiary or equivalent with a minimum of 20 points in 5 subjects (including English Language minimum D symbol) on the IUM’s evaluation scale
  • A recognised qualification at NQF level 4 or equivalent
  • Mature age entry, provided that they:
  • Are 25 years old or over in the year in which admission is sought
  • Have at least 3 years’ experience
  • Must have a passed grade 10 Certificate

Qualification Duration:

Minimum: 1 Year – Maximum: 2 Years

Full-time/Part-time Mode

Career opportunities

The Certificate in Marketing Management can supplement your existing qualifications and give you a salary and career boost. The course prepares students for a wide range of careers in marketing be it in government or in non-profit organizations. Among others some careers are:

Entrepreneur, Marketing and Sales Supervisor, Marketing and Sales Junior Manager, Branding and Marketing Supervisor, Marketing Account Junior Manager. 

Course structure

YEAR 1

 

 

SEMESTER 1

 

Course Title

Course Code

Hours

NQF Level

Credits

 

Compulsory Courses

 

 

 

 

 

Applied English Language Skills

AEL40US

100

4

10

 

Basic IT Skills

BIT41US

100

5

10

 

Mathematics

MTH151US

100

5

10

 

Principles of Management

POM50US

100

5

10

 

Introduction to Entrepreneurship 

IEN40US

100

4

10

 

Microeconomics

MIE50US

100

5

10

 

Total NQF Level 5 Credits

 

600

 

60

 

SEMESTER 2

 

1100

 

110

Course Title

Course Code

Hours

NQF Level

Credits

 

Compulsory Courses

 

 

 

 

 

Principles of Marketing

PMK50US

100

5

10

 

Quantitative Method I

QM151US

100

5

10

 

Financial Accounting I

FAC51US

100

5

10

 

Relationship Marketing

 

100

5

10

 

Critical Thinking Skills

 

100

5

10

 

Human Capital Management

HCD50US

100

5

10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total NQF Level 5 Credits

 

600

 

60

 

Total Year 1 Hours & Credits

 

1200

 

120

 



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